Personal Assistant Jobs

We are currently assisting our client, a private family located in BC, Canada, with a search for a Personal Assistant. The family is a couple in their 70's, have 2 dogs, and work remotely. They live on a 30-acre island located a short 5-minute boat ride from the marina in Sidney, Vancouver Island BC.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The ideal Personal Assistant will love dogs and nature while being detail-oriented and observant. The Personal Assistant will prioritize administrative and household tasks, completing them in a timely manner. This person will be in an office alongside the owner to provide administrative support such as emails and calendar organization. In addition to office and administrative tasks, the Personal Assistant will perform light cooking/meal prep and weekly shopping for the home.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with other ad-hoc tasks as needed.
• Assist with scheduling appointments on behalf of the owners.
• Driving the workboat and a car required for shopping trips.
• Create shopping lists for the week and conduct weekly grocery and supply shopping. Track inventory of items and ensure all groceries and household items are put away properly following shopping trips.
• Provide office and administrative support such as responding to emails, website updates, calendar organization, phone calls, and light accounting.
• Provide cooking support by prepping materials for dinner to ensure that mealtime runs smoothly.
• Help care for two large dogs, including walks, feeding, and other necessary tasks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven work experience as a Personal or Executive Assistant or similar role working closely with a family.
• Able to adapt to a changing environment where a new priority may present itself during the day.
• Responsible, efficient, discreet, well organized, and skilled at problem analysis and resolution.
• Familiarity and comfort working closely with a private family in a quiet setting.
• Strong attention to detail and being observant of things requiring attention, without being asked.
• Excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of client’s likes and dislikes.

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

• The Personal Assistant will report directly to the family.
• When the family is away, the Personal Assistant will stay on the property.
• The Personal Assistant will arrive at the marina at 8 am, returning at 4 pm, Monday through Friday.
• The ability to drive or learn to drive a boat (22 ft. welded aluminum workboat) is required for success in this role.

Duration: Full-Time, 5 days/week (8am-4pm). Monday through Friday.

Location: Gulf Islands, British Columbia

*Canadian citizens and those authorized to work in Canada are encouraged to apply. Work sponsorship is not available at this time*

Compensation Range – $65,000 - $80,000 Canadian depending on experience

COVID Vaccination Policy – COVID Vaccines required.

Benefits – Parking pass provided, statutory holidays, workers comp, and full employee benefits.

About Hansell Tierney:

Hansell Tierney is one of the premier staffing and recruiting companies in the Pacific Northwest. Launched in 2001, we are a woman-owned business that serves and staffs Northwest organizations by doing things the right way, not just the easiest way. Hansell Tierney partners with candidates and clients to match the best candidates with interesting local opportunities. We navigate every relationship with the highest level of discretion and service while holding ourselves accountable to our promises. Our business thrives on our deep understanding of the job market and our ability to skillfully tailor our recruitment process to meet our clients’ unique needs.